Immerse yourself in the eclectic mixture of heritage sites, museums and historic pubs. Take a stroll along the
cobbled streets of the Temple Bar district, grab a pint at the Guinness Storehouse for a taste of the worldfamous beer or visit the historic Trinity College to see the ancient Book of Kells. You could enjoy an
afternoon tea sightseeing tour of the city on a vintage bus or stroll along the characterful O’Connell Street
filled with interesting shops and landmark buildings.
Spend the night in Dublin.

Attractions: Book of Kells and Old Library, Dublin, Guinness Storehouse, Temple Bar District, Trinity
College Dublin

Start your road trip towards Northern Ireland. Your first stop is the charming 12 -century Malahide Castle.
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Newgrange, where you can see megalithic passage tombs which
are believed to be older than the Great Pyramids of Egypt. This is one of Ireland’s most popular and
fascinating attractions. Next, stop to admire the high crosses of Monasterboice, the historic ruins of a
Christian settlement. Cross into Northern Ireland to reach the capital Belfast.

Spend the night in Belfast.

Attractions: Belfast, Malahide Castle, Monasterboice, Newgrange

Today you have a full day to explore Belfast, an exciting city with a mix of Victorian grandeur, industrial grit
and living history. Don’t miss out on the city’s leading attraction, the Titanic Belfast. Experience the story of
the world’s largest and most luxurious ship, which was constructed in Belfast in 1909. You can also see the
Peace Walls and their famous murals, admire the architecture of the City Hall, or opt to visit the Ulster Folk
museum, a complete recreation of an early 1900s traditional Northern Irish town.

Spend another night in Belfast.

Attractions: Belfast, Belfast City Hall, Belfast Peace Walls, Titanic Belfast, Ulster Folk and Transport Museum

Explore the beautiful Antrim Coast. First, pass by the atmospheric Dark Hedges, a Game of Thrones filming
location. Then, enjoy a scenic coastal walk at Carrick-a-Rede to cross its rope bridge swaying 30m above the
sea and providing stunning views of the cliffs below. The highlight of the day is the jewel of Northern Ireland
and World Heritage Site, the Giant’s Causeway, with its iconic basalt columns. Nearby, visit Bushmills
Distillery the world’s oldest whiskey distillery. We also recommend stopping for a view of the breathtaking,
medieval ruins of Dunluce Castle, located by dramatic coastal cliffs.

Spend the night in the Donegal area.

Attractions: Bushmills Distillery, Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge, Donegal, Dunluce Castle, Giant’s Causeway,
The Dark Hedges

Today, you will get your first taste of the iconic Wild Atlantic Way route, a journey past soaring cliffs, buzzing
towns, epic bays and hidden beaches. Your first stop is Glenveagh National Park where you’llexplore
towering mountains, lakes, valleys and woodlands. Drive past the imposing Mount Errigal and over the
winding Glengesh Pass to Glencolumbkille, one of Ireland’s best living-history museums. Then experience
breathtaking views at the imposing cliffs of Slieve League, which, at 600m, are some of the highest marine
cliffs in Europe. Alternatively, you can enjoy a leisurely day in Donegal.

Spend another night in the Donegal area.

Attractions: Glencolmcille village, Glenveagh National Park, Slieve League cliffs

Head south to County Sligo, driving past the stunning Ben Bulben, perhaps one of Ireland’s most
recognisable mountains. Visit the small fishing village of Mullaghmore with its lovely sandy beach. Here,
you’ll find Mullaghmore Head, one of the signature discovery points along the Wild Atlantic Way. We also
recommend a visit to the atmospheric Carrowmore, Ireland’s largest Stone Age cemetery where you can roam
around megalithic tombs and stone circles. Continue your drive to Downpatrick Head to enjoy a walk along
the majestic sea cliffs and take in the vast views of the rugged coastline.

Spend the night in the Westport area.

Attractions: Benbulben, Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery, Downpatrick Head, Mullaghmore Head

Visit the striking region of Connemara with its landscapes characterised by rugged mountains, white sand
beaches, picturesque lakes and heathlands. Stop by Killary harbour, Ireland’s only true fjord with a length of
16km (9.9miles). Further along, visit Kylemore Abbey where you can admire spectacular Gothic architecture
and take a stroll in the Victorian Walled Garden.
Stop by the Connemara National Park Visitor Centre to follow scenic walking trails. Drive the circular Sky
Road near Clifden for broad views of the Atlantic and arrive in Galway, a lively and colourful city.

Spend the night in the Galway area.

Attractions: Clifden, Connemara National Park, Galway, Glassilaun Bay, Killary Harbour, Kylemore Abbey

Start the day by visiting Dunguaire Castle. Sitting on a rocky outcrop overlooking Galway Bay, it is one of the
most photographed castles in Ireland. Further ahead, explore the unique, lunar-like landscape of The Burren.
Here you can visit the iconic portal tomb Poulnabrone Dolmen, one of Ireland’s oldest megalithic
monuments.
Next stop is the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher, Ireland’s top tourist attraction, showcasing some of the
country’s most iconic coastal scenery. On a sunny day the views are expansive, but even a stormy day can be
exhilarating with the powerful Atlantic below.

Spend the night in the Doolin/Lisdoonvarna area.

Attractions: Cliffs of Moher, Doolin, Kinvara & Dunguaire Castle, Poulnabrone Dolmen, The Burren

Start the day visiting the 15 -century Bunratty Castle. Here you’ll also find the Bunratty Folk Park, where you
can experience Irish rural life from the 1800s. We then recommend stopping at Adare, one of Ireland’s
prettiest villages with its thatched cottages housing craft shops and restaurants. In the afternoon, explore
Killarney National Park set beneath Ireland’s highest mountains. Here, you can visit the 19 -century
mansion of Muckross House, take an optional Jaunting Car tour of the park or a boat trip on the peaceful
Lough Leane, departing from the medieval Ross Castle.

Spend the night in the Killarney/Tralee area.

Attractions: Adare, Bunratty Castle, Killarney, Killarney National Park, Muckross House & Abbey, Ross
Castle

Take in the magic of the Ring of Kerry, a classic “must do” scenic drive of the Irish countryside. Stop at Kells
Bay House, to see its primeval forest of planted giant ferns. Other highlights include the ancient stone forts of
Caherdaniel and Staigue, and Derrynane Bay with its beautiful white sand. Complete the circle with a visit to
the picturesque Torc Waterfall. Today, you could also take an optional boat tour from the coast to see the
Skellig Islands from up close. These otherworldly islands were recently featured in the Star Wars movies.

Spend another night in the Killarney/Tralee area.

Attractions: Caherdaniel & Staigue Forts, Kells Bay House and Gardens, Ring of Kerry, Skellig islands, Torc
Waterfall

Today, you will travel over the scenic, winding Caha Pass to the colourful village of Glengarriff. From here, we
recommend taking a short boat trip, with the opportunity to spot a seal colony on the way, to Garnish Island,
which features a world-renowned garden. You could also visit the 18 -century Bantry House. Later, travel via
Kinsale, a popular resort town with its picturesque yachting harbour and historic forts. Continue to Cork, a
buzzing city with a vibrant cultural scene.

Spend the night in the Cork area.

Attractions: Bantry House, Cork, Garnish Island, Glengarriff, Kinsale

This morning, you can visit Blarney Castle, a legendary medieval stronghold that houses the Blarney Stone,
surrounded by many myths and tales. Then we recommend stopping at the photogenic harbour town of Cobh.
It is known as the last port of call of the Titanic in 1912! Continue to Cashel, where you can visit the spectacular
Rock of Cashel, one of Ireland’s most visited attractions. The historic site is a fantastic collection of medieval
buildings that span over 1000 years of history. Later, drive to Kilkenny, a medieval town nestled around a
majestic 12 -century castle.

Spend the night in the Kilkenny area.

Attractions: Blarney Castle, Cobh, Kilkenny, Rock of Cashel